Originally built as an “auditorium church” in 1952, Saint Peter’s has been transformed into a magnificent postmodern church building. Over the years there were a series of renovations but finally in 1999-2000, after an extensive renovation, a new church appeared. Anthony Genovese was the architect and designer of the “new” church that includes a new entrance and bell tower. Genovese incorporated many elements from previous renovations of the church.
For an excellent “church tour” that includes a liturgical, architectural, and theological explanation of this transformation, see http://www.saint-peter.org/tour_intro.htm
About The Building
Architect(s)
- Fanning and Shaw
- Anthony Genovese
Architectural Style
- Modern
- Vernacular
- Postmodern
Interior Designer(s)
- Anthony Genovese
Fabricator(s) of Windows
- 2000 - Benoit Gilsoul
- 1960s - Heimer
- 1960s - Simon Bertaluce
Bells
- 1899 - Meneely - 1100 lbs
Notable Works of Art
- 1968 - Seat of Wisdom - Ferdinando Stuflesser in Bolzano, Italy - restored in 2000. 1981 - Etched glass doors depicting scenes from the life of Saint Peter. The doors, commissioned for the church in 1981, were the last work of Charles Vukovich of Maywood. Crucifix - designed by George Atzori; cast by Joseph Zaky
Current Status: In use
Interior Pictures
Exterior Pictures
Year Opened: 1952